just_m3h's manga / #unrequited love(305)

I think the friend was reaaaallly pushing it. I liked both couples, but the first was really interesting to read about. Their denial, the dancing around, it was interesting. Really wish some bits had better translation, I know the first disagreement didn't translate across properly. 5

Arsehole seme is an arsehole. But good on you, Shinobu! You protect your heart, honey. You do you.

Great characters

Good job, Hayato. That was so brave. Not everyone has the guts to confess after all the shit you've been through. Hopefully Kazunari stays true to his character and is kind I dunno why sensei thought this would be anywhere near enough

1: Akagi never had friends except for Ichimori, the judo club member whom Akagi was in love with. When an injury caused by Akagi pushing him away means Ichimori cannot practice judo anymore, he demands Akagi to pay with his body. Akagi is elated, yet his guilt mounts and he ends up running away. However, a few years later, Ichimori finds him again. I think you do need a pushy approach with people like Akagi who are so insecure and unsure. He did what he had to do. Also really glad he didn't want to continue judo. Otherwise, it would have sucked. I wish Ichimori hadn't waited so long to push the issue. Also, the sex scenes could have been so hot if they had gotten the power play just right. But even as it is, not bad. 4.6 5: Akiho is used to being pushed around by the young master of the estate where his grandfather used to work as a gardner. As Hisakuni's secretary, Akiho's life is much the same. Until he gets injured because of Hisakuni, who offers to bath him and take care of him until he heals! Loved the switch. Unexpected and fun. But again doesn't quite deliver. 4.5

That definitely rape, though :/

Really interesting and likable uke. I'm rooting for you! Edit: I am happy for Hino. Really. 5 years, and all. But Yaku was kind of a massive dick in the beginning. I'm glad he went through the character development he did. He wouldn't really deserve Hino's unconditional love otherwise. Overall, this had just the right amount of angst and longing, with a lovable uke, to boot. Really hit the spot. Hino's legion of fans is pretty annoying but at least they aren't homophobic.

A lonely yet incredibly lovely man meets his match in a super outgoing and kind news reporter misunderstandings and sad pasts and extremely lovable characters. Easily in my top 20 Edit: heartwarming sequel to a story that once broke my heart